BROKEN:A BULLY ROMANCE
I couldn't hold back, so I walked up to him and slapped him across the face.
He looked up at me, shocked. I didn't intend to hurt him, but it was the only way I could think of to make him stop talking negatively. "Listen, Austin, I want to make this clear," I said urgently. "I don't hold you responsible, Austin. It's not your fault. I blame myself for not being able to protect both of you. Athena got hurt, and you went through a terrible time thinking we wouldn't wake up. It's incredibly painful to see both of you in this state. Athena seems lifeless, and you appear broken. Sophie looks defeated, and Shane has lost his cheerfulness. So, if anyone is to blame, blame me. I was weak and got sho